beginner
São Mateus, Região Sudeste, Brazil

Praia Barra Nova

Praia Barra Nova is an estuarine beach in Bahia with calm to moderate brackish water conditions ideal for beginner to intermediate swimmers. The river mouth setting creates sheltered swimming with warm temperatures year-round and minimal dangerous wildlife. The shallow approach makes it excellent for children and confidence building.

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Praia Barra Nova

-19.0066, -39.7314

Details

Location
São Mateus, Região Sudeste, Brazil
Type
ocean
Difficulty
beginner
Coordinates
-19.0066, -39.7314

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